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Greg Abbott Once Called Texas the 'Epicenter' of AI. Now He's Freezing Data Center Construction.

The bipartisan backlash against data centers reaches the Lone Star State.

Reason

Dairy Queen franchisees have quietly closed more than 40 stores in less than two years

Locations of the ice cream chain shuttered in Alaska, Montana and Texas, with the Lone Star State being hit the hardest

The Independent UK

Texas is the new capital of the Fortune 500—taking California’s crown

The Lone Star State is now home to 57 Fortune 500 companies.

Fortune

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Paxton defeat of Cornyn highlights Texas runoff night

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a combative, scandal-dogged disruptor who had the backing of President Donald Trump and his MAGA movement, delivered a thrashing to four-term Sen. John Cornyn in Tuesday’s Republican Senate primary runoff in the Lone Star State. Cornyn, an even-keeled establishment Republican who took pride in his…

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Supreme Court wipes out lower court ruling against Texas redistricting

The Supreme Court on Monday summarily reversed a lower court ruling that found Texas’ new congressional map was likely an unconstitutional racial gerrymander, pointing to the high court’s unsigned order last year allowing the map to go into effect. Monday’s one-paragraph order cements a new GOP-drawn congressional map for the…

Roll Call

How Some Texans Miss Out On The Homestead Exemption

Have you ever wondered why some Texans end up paying more property taxes than they should? It isn’t because they don’t love their state or because they’re bad at math—it’s because they skipped a step that could save them big bucks every year: the homestead exemption. This isn’t a minor…

Everybody Loves Your Money

Texas Households Report Higher Winter Energy Bills Carrying Into Spring

Texas winter might be fading into the rearview mirror, but the financial wreckage it left behind is just now hitting your bank account. While you expected your utility bills to drop as the temperatures warmed up, the opposite is happening for thousands of families across the Lone Star State. It…

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Dems should go all-in on Talarico

Turning the Lone Star State blue will be expensive. Hesitation to fully support a candidate will cost even more

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Texas Has No Income Tax — So Who Actually Pays the Most?

The legend of Texas is built on the idea of rugged independence and a ‘tax-free’ lifestyle that lures thousands of new residents every single month. But if you have lived in the Lone Star State for more than one tax cycle, you have probably noticed that your savings are mysteriously…

Budget and the Bees

Texas two-step: Republicans and Democrats both have a lot riding on the first big primaries of the midterms. Here’s why

ANALYSIS: The road to the Senate majority runs through the Rio Grande — with a detour through late-night TV. Eric Garcia breaks down the good, the bad and the ugly in the Lone Star State

The Independent UK

Texas SNAP Crackdown: 3‑Month Limit Returns for Adults Without Dependents in 2026

For thousands of Texans, the safety net that helps put food on the table is about to become much harder to catch. During the global health crisis, federal and state governments paused many of the rigid requirements that govern the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. However, the era of flexibility has…

Budget and the Bees

New Texas Law Mandate: All County Jails Now Required to Partner With ICE Under SB 8

A major shift in law enforcement is coming to every corner of the Lone Star State, and the impact will reach far beyond the jailhouse walls. Governor Greg Abbott recently signed Senate Bill 8 into law. This mandate requires large Texas counties to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. For years,…

Budget and the Bees

Navigating the Complexities of Immigration Law in the Lone Star State

This article outlines the key complexities and underscores the importance of localized legal expertise in achieving a successful outcome in the Lone Star State.

Medical Daily

The $140,000 Oversight: The Missing Texas Tax Paperwork That Is Costing Homeowners Thousands This Week

Texas homeowners are learning the hard way that a missing piece of tax paperwork can cost a small fortune. This week, thousands of residents across the Lone Star State are seeing their property tax bills spike—some by as much as $140,000—thanks to a tangled web of legislation, voter-approved amendments, and…

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Why Gardeners in Texas Are Skipping Seed Catalogs This Year—and What They’re Doing Instead

The mailbox used to be the most exciting place for a Texas gardener in winter. Glossy seed catalogs promised perfect tomatoes, flawless zinnias, and harvests so abundant they bordered on fantasy. This year, though, something wild is happening across the Lone Star State. Those catalogs are piling up unopened, while…

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Sustainable Jewelry Practices Gaining Momentum in Texas

Across Texas, couples are reimagining what forever looks like — not just in their vows, but in their rings. The Lone Star State, long known for bold design and big celebrations, is now at the heart of a quieter revolution: sustainable jewelry. From recycled metals to lab-grown diamonds and ethical…

Benzinga

Texas Tops the List of Financially Distressed States And Florida Ranks 2nd —Residents Are Flooding Google With Searches for 'Debt' and 'Loans'

The world's eighth-largest economy isn't a country — it's Texas. Bigger than most nations in GDP, the Lone Star State likes to market itself as unstoppable. But behind the bravado, Texans are struggling more than anyone else in America to keep up with their bills.

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Greg Abbott Threatens To 'Eliminate' 10 Democratic Districts As Texas Prepares Redistricting Counterstrike Against California's Map Overhaul

Governor Greg Abbott (R-Texas) is signaling an aggressive escalation in the national redistricting battle, warning that the Lone Star State could eliminate as many as 10 Democratic-held congressional districts if California moves forward with a plan to reduce the number of Republican seats.

The Independent UK

Why Texas’s redistricting fight is mostly about next year’s Republican Senate slugfest

NEWS ANALYSIS: The nastiest little primary in the Lone Star state has added another layer to the redistricting fight. Eric Garcia examines the feud between the last Bush Republican and the MAGA wing of the GOP

Benzinga

BlackRock Debuts iShares TEXN ETF For Retail Investors Eyeing Texas-Based Stocks

BlackRock is spearheading a high-stakes move into the region with the introduction of the iShares Texas Equity ETF (NASDAQ:TEXN), giving investors an opportunity to be part of the swell of economic growth sweeping across the Lone Star State. With a 0.20% expense ratio, the ETF provides access to close to…

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Here Are The 5 Best Cities In Texas For Those Looking For Big Homes On A Budget

Everything is bigger in Texas, but that doesn’t mean it has to be more expensive. While real estate prices across much of the country continue to climb, Texas still offers plenty of places where homebuyers can get a lot of square footage without going broke. For growing families, remote workers…

Kiplinger

Ten Cheapest Places to Live in Texas

Looking for a cheap place to live in Texas? Look no further. These counties have the lowest property tax bills in the Lone Star State.

Golf Monthly

Texas Children's Houston Open Picks, Predictions And Odds

After four weeks in Florida, the PGA Tour moves on to Texas, with the first tournament in the Lone Star State coming from the Texas Children's Houston Open

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Your Guide to Moving to Texas: 11 Things to Know

We welcome all who are considering relocating and want to share valuable insights about life in the Lone Star State. Below, we outline the most vital information and provide tips for moving to Texas so you can plan this transition with full confidence.

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